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June 4, 2019
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Retirement questions with spouse still working

  • June 4, 2019
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I'm retired my wife still works. How should I file so that my s/s benefits,aren't taxed?
Best answer by VolvoGirl
Sorry that doesn't affect if your SS is taxable.  Up to 85% can be taxed depending on your total income.  

Up to 85% of Social Security becomes taxable when all your other income plus 1/2 your social security, reaches:
Married Filing Jointly: $32,000
Single or head of household: $25,000
Married Filing Separately: 0

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VolvoGirl
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June 4, 2019
Sorry that doesn't affect if your SS is taxable.  Up to 85% can be taxed depending on your total income.  

Up to 85% of Social Security becomes taxable when all your other income plus 1/2 your social security, reaches:
Married Filing Jointly: $32,000
Single or head of household: $25,000
Married Filing Separately: 0